Recent content by CO98SR5

Great point. Your list + what others have suggested, looks solid to me based on efficiency and need!

I'm new to the 4th Gen world having just picked up an '05 V8 Limited, coming from a '98 SR5 that had 315k miles when I sold it. I know the lower ball joint orientation was reversed from the 3rd Gens to the 4th Gens, eliminating the catastrophic failures that lifted 3rd Gens would see when the...

$7,250 in March of 2007 w/ 145k miles. Now at 307k. Best money I ever spent!

1998 with 303K. Feeling pretty good about now that I saw potomacduck with 402K! My goal is now another 100K!

Spraying little graphite powder in the lock has helped me out with tumblers on the way out until I could get them replaced.

My ABS light came on after changing out my right rear axle seal. I guessed that I damaged the wheel speed sensor during the process when I pulled it from the axle housing. Following this video confirmed the diagnosis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZLpQZf2oWk

I'm talking when it's close to freezing or below. I had a '97 Mustang Cobra when I was 20 that developed cracked piston skirts from starting up cold and romping away. I wasn't so aware back then... But living in the mountains in CO without a garage, my Runner would see plenty of winter mornings...

Warm it up before driving in cold temps.

Those thread files that are in the Craftsman kit have saved my bacon more than once!

+1 on the Schley 97300 tensioner compressor, 18v cordless Impact, PB Blaster and Nitrile gloves. I picked up an IR 109xpa Air Ratchet which has been probably my favorite. The 90 degree head has been super helpful, especially in tight spaces where I can't fit in the cordless impact.

When I changed my TB and Water Pump 2 summers ago, I estimated that they had gone at least 140k based on PO's known maintenance. I know I pushed the envelope too far and am glad I did it when I did. It was definitely time as the belt was cracking. So yes, I wouldn't be surprised to see a belt go...

299,000 '98 sr5 3.4l 4wd